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Jaecoo has issued an international safety recall for its J7 SUV after a defect was found that could cause sudden engine shutdown while driving. The recall, announced in Australia, affects the 2025 Jaecoo J7 1.6-litre turbo variant and involves a fault in the vehicle’s electronic control unit wiring.
According to a recall notice filed with Australia’s Department of Infrastructure, the issue stems from a manufacturing defect in the ECU wiring harness. The wiring may rub against the engine mounting bracket during operation, which can damage the harness over time.
The official recall notice stated,
“Due to a manufacturing defect, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) wiring harness may chafe against the engine mounting bracket and become damaged.”
If left unaddressed, the damage could result in a sudden loss of motive power or unexpected engine shutdown, significantly increasing the risk of an accident.
The recall covers 1,028 units of the 2025 Jaecoo J7 equipped with a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine in Australia. Jaecoo has confirmed that all affected owners will be contacted directly and offered a free inspection and repair through authorized dealerships.
The company emphasized that the corrective action will be carried out at no cost to customers.
It is important to note that this recall does not affect the Jaecoo J7 PHEV variant currently available in Pakistan. As of now, no safety recall has been announced for locally offered models, and the issue appears limited to the Australian 1.6L turbo version only.
Automotive recalls related to wiring and electronic components have become more common as vehicles rely increasingly on complex electronic systems. Manufacturers globally are under growing pressure to act quickly on potential safety risks, especially those that may lead to power loss while driving.
